Insect larvae goes to sell. It will be in food. Is the decision of the European Union

The European Commission has agreed that insect larvae would be sold as food in the entire European Union. We know in which products we will find them.

New food in Europe: The European Commission has allowed the market to be launched powder from the entire larvae Tenebrio Molitor (Miller’s meal) as new food. Larva powder can be used as an ingredient, among others breads, rolls, cakes, pasta products, processed potato products, cheese and fruit and vegetable compotes.

Edible larvae: Scientists have found that larvae powder meets EU food guidelines. It was reserved, however, that he must first undergo ultraviolet rays (UVB), thermal treatment and ground. Before the thermal drying stage, it should be Wait at least 24 hours so that the larvae can excrete the intestinal content. On the label of products with this powder, it should be informed that “it contains vitamin D produced by subjecting UV radiation”.

Who will sell larvae? Larva powder was officially recognized as food on February 10, 2025. From that day, it can be sold throughout the European Union, including in Poland. Interestingly, for now by 2030. Only one company will be able to produce this foodFrench enterprise Nutri’earth. If another enterprise wants to do this, he must apply for such permission in the European Union.

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Source: Gazeta

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